Error
Error Code:
141
SAP S/4HANA Error 141: Invisible Log File Access Failure
Description
Error 141, 'ERR_INV_LOG_FILE_FAIL', indicates that the SAP S/4HANA system encountered a critical failure when attempting to access a designated internal 'invisible' log file. This typically occurs during operations where the system needs to record diagnostic information or process internal logging, and it can prevent successful execution of processes.
Error Message
ERR_INV_LOG_FILE_FAIL
Known Causes
4 known causesInsufficient File Permissions
The operating system user account under which SAP S/4HANA operates lacks the necessary read or write permissions for the log file or its containing directory.
Disk Space Exhaustion
The file system partition where the invisible log file is stored has run out of available disk space, preventing the system from writing new log entries.
Log File Corruption or Lock
The log file itself may be corrupted, damaged, or currently locked by another process or application, making it inaccessible to SAP S/4HANA.
Incorrect Log File Path
The configured path for the invisible log file within SAP S/4HANA's system settings or the underlying operating system is incorrect or points to a non-existent location.
Solutions
Coming SoonDetailed step-by-step solutions for this error are being prepared. In the meantime, try these general troubleshooting tips:
General Troubleshooting Tips
- Check the error message carefully for specific details
- Review recent changes that might have caused the error
- Search for the exact error code in the official documentation
- Check log files for additional context
- Try restarting the application or service